As in the developed world, the school year in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) lasts about nine months. Unlike in the developed world, most children in the DRC don't get the chance to attend school – they don't have the money and resources for basics we take for granted: school fees, school uniforms and shoes, something to write with and something to write on. On top of that, years of … [Read more...]
The Pweto Computer Learning Center
When Antoine Ngeleka returned to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), he saw an immediate need in the community for a computer center. During Ngeleka's time in Kala Refugee Camp (Zambia), he managed a small, NGO-financed computer center. Realizing its popularity and strength in purpose, Ngeleka knew that he had to continue this work outside of the refugee camp. In 2010, he started The Pweto … [Read more...]